This Unit of Study will focus on the Constitution. Students will understand the progression from the first constitution (Articles of Confederation) to the Constitution that is in place today. An emphasis will be placed on the reason for the Articles of Confederation, the need for a Constitutional Convention, and the debates / compromises between the Founding Fathers. Students will also explore the debates over the ratification of the Constitution among the Federalists and Anti-Federalists, influencing the inclusion of the Bill of Rights. Ultimately, students will understand the kind of government created and how it works today.
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